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VTC in Kalyani certified 11 girls for completing the course in tailoring. All of them were given a machine each, which will help them with self-employment. They hope to form a self-help group and manage their life and they remain grateful for the great opportunity. 9 girls each completed ethnic jewellery and beautician courses; add-on courses for self-employment.

With the help of the ASSP project, 270 children have been mainstreamed to formal school from January to March.

Ashalayam welcomed Mr. Hugo, a one-year volunteer, giving children an international outlook to their life which can help them to go global in their future.

Children who graduated in earlier years as nurses, presently working, paid a visit to Ashalayam and added their contribution to support other nursing students.

Asha TICI was thrilled to host an incredible program with the participation of 85 children from different centres. Decathlon CEO Barbara Martin Coppola and her team, along with members of the Decathlon Foundation, met the Children. The team shared the objectives and successes of the Foundation and took a tour of the centre. The children enjoyed various activities: basketball, skateboarding, golf, and even watching a movie. Ashalayam extends heartfelt gratitude to Decathlon fo

Ganesh and Christophe visited Bram Woodcrafting Studio to meet the five trainees of Don Bosco Ashalayam: Lokeman, Raja, Amar, Deepak, and Nimai. It is an incredible institution and placed one of the best woodcrafting studios in India. Under the guidance of Sam and with the support of the Furniture and Fittings Skill Council, the boys are receiving excellent training. DBA with all its members express heartfelt gratitude to Bram and his team for their generosity and commitment

Raj Kumar was rescued by Don Bosco Ashalayam in 1993. He completed his studies in Howrah up to class ten. He was privileged to be in the first group for hotel management in Paris. Presently, he is settled in Paris with Ann Lise, from Mauritius. He visits Ashalayam with his father-in-law and mother-in-law.

Uncle visited Ashalayam after many years. He has been helping children who were studying in France. His visit provided an opportunity for meaningful interactions and connections with the children. During the day, Fr. Rector, Thierry, and Natacha visited children in Kalyani.

The day was set aside for animation and celebration, being the Founder’s Day. Fr. Rector animated the staff on the preventive system and its relevance in working with children. Don Bosco began his work with street children in Turin. His ways are apt even today to address the issues of the young. Ashalayam closely follows his system. Later during the day, the various games were organized, and the programme concluded with a festive lunch.

With due solemnity and numbers, the children of Ashalayam centres gathered to celebrate the feast of Don Bosco. The hallmark of the day was the Award Ceremony for the year 2022. A first-time-ever event – Antony Memorial Award in the name of Fr. Antony, who initiated the work of Ashalayam for street children in 1985. Mr. Biswanath Trivedi and Mr. Anil Agarwal, the President and Vice President of the Alumni Association of Don Bosco School Liluah, were the guests to felicitate t

The second phase of our Migrant Ministry project commenced. New strategies are in place to empower individuals and families.